by Home Standards | Oct 21, 2016 | Heating and Air, Newsletters
Beginning in January of next year- any residence sold, rented or issued a building permit in Nebraska will require carbon monoxide detectors per Nebraska law. Carbon Monoxide (CO) is odorless and tasteless. Most who suffer from CO poisoning are not aware they are...
by Steve Vacha | Jun 19, 2015 | Electric, Heating and Air, Newsletters
Energy Steve Vacha Where would we be without it? We only have to remember how out of sorts we get when there is a short power outage at our homes. The cost of energy is going up. We pay more and more to heat our homes and keep the lights on. The cost to the...
by Jon Vacha | Mar 10, 2015 | Heating and Air, Newsletters
Garage Safety By Jon Vacha With the rise of “never stop improving” and “more saving, more doing” more and more home owners are becoming do-it-your-selfers. Every now and then we will run into the handy work of someone who didn’t go about things in the best possible...
by Home Standards | Jan 10, 2015 | Heating and Air, Newsletters
Lots of Hot Air and Gases By Tim Krof As winter approaches and the thermostat plummets below zero, we will all be depending on our furnaces to keep us warm and toasty. The monthly costs to run this appliance will vary depending on outside temperature, thermostat...
by Steve Vacha | May 1, 2013 | Attics, Buildings Exterior, Heating and Air, Newsletters
Tips for Summer Maintenance by Steve Vacha Every season has its maintenance and things to remember. Number one problem for most home owners is not controlling surface water. Extensions as needed and keep gutters clean. Maintaining sprinkler systems: Verify...
by Home Standards | Jan 3, 2013 | Heating and Air, Newsletters
Flue Safety By Tim Krof A properly installed and functioning flue is essential for home safety. Carbon monoxide and other gases are lighter than air and will float up through a flue without the assistance of a blower. Flues need proper clearance from combustibles and...
